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Position Title: Accountant
Number of Positions :1 position
Organization:Cheshire Services Uganda
Employment Type:Full Time Permanent
Reporting: Finance and Administration Manager
Duration: 3 years
Application Deadline:Friday 27th February 2015.
Organizational Profile:
Cheshire Services Uganda is a nongovernmental organization working the
field of disability and development. CSU works with and for Persons with
Disabilities through four thematic programme areas of Livelihoods, Inclusive
Education, Advocacy and campaign, health and rehabilitation. CSU in
collaboration with Leonard Cheshire Disability has received funding from the
European Union to implement a three year livelihoods project for Persons with
Disabilities in Adjuman and Moyo districts. CSU therefore wishes to recruit a
highly qualified and self-motivated team to deliver the project.
Job purpose:
The accountant will maintain the LRC financial accounts in an effective and
efficient manner, documentation of all the project records including financial
and budget updates and maintain the financial systems as prescribed by the CSU
and donor financial guidelines.
Key Tasks:
· Keeping financial records for LRC related for the LRC related activities
· Responsible for petty cash
· Preparing financial reports on a monthly basis for review by the Finance
and Administration Manager
· prepare payments and expenditure accountabilities for submission to the
Finance and Administration Manager
· provide administrative support to LRC personnel which may include
procurement of supplies, equipment and materials for specified activities
· responsible for supporting the development of project budgets
· compile reports, photocopying documents, preparation of venues and
materials for presentations, meetings and workshops
Requirements
· A degree in finance and accounting
· A professional qualification in Accounting ( ACCA or CPA LEVEL 3) is an
added advantage
· Knowledge in accounting packages is a must
· A degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration or its
equivalent
· 2-3 years of post-qualification experience in accounting and finance in
donor funded programmes
· Proven track record in accounting and financial management
· Ability to develop budgets, forecasts and financial reports
Mode of application:
1. Prospective candidates should download the details for each job at www.csuganda.org
2. Qualified candidates are advised to send their applications, CVs and
supporting documents to the following address
not later than Friday 27th February 2015.
Please indicate the position you are applying for on the envelope.
Note that no email applications will
be considered.
The Chairperson
Cheshire Services Uganda
935 Old Kira Road Bukoto near Kadic Hospital or opposite MTN Stage
P.O. Box 70012 Clock Tower
KAMPALA
Note:
1. All positions will be based in Adjuman and Moyo districts.
2. All positions will carry a three year contract upon a satisfactory
performance
3. Cheshire Services Uganda is an equal opportunity employer and qualified
Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
